Implementation of the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
ID: 357863Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Tajikistan (DOS-TJK)

Award Range

$25K - $35K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357863

Additional Information

https://tj.usembassy.gov/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Tajikistan is offering a funding opportunity for the implementation of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), aimed at empowering 25-30 women entrepreneurs in the Khatlon and Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast regions. The program seeks proposals that enhance women's business skills, confidence, and access to opportunities, utilizing a U.S.-style online education platform to facilitate learning and networking. This initiative is crucial for promoting women's economic participation in Tajikistan, addressing barriers to entrepreneurship, and fostering local partnerships. Eligible applicants, including non-profit organizations and educational institutions, can apply for funding amounts between $25,000 and $35,000, with applications due by January 20, 2025. For further information, interested parties can contact Shafoat Mirzoeva at AlumniTajikistan@state.gov.

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    The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the implementation of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). This program targets the empowerment of 25-30 women entrepreneurs in the Khatlon and Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast regions by providing business skills and resources needed to start or grow businesses. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and public educational institutions, with funding amounts ranging from $25,000 to $35,000. The project’s objectives focus on enhancing women's confidence, access to opportunities, and utilization of digital tools for business growth. Proposals must showcase diversity and inclusivity, aligning with the U.S. strategy on gender equity. Applications are due by January 20, 2025, and must meet comprehensive submission requirements, including a detailed budget and monitoring plan. The Embassy aims to foster connections between women entrepreneurs and the U.S. alumni network while promoting local and regional partnerships. The initiative reflects a commitment to improving women’s economic participation and supporting expansive networking opportunities within Tajikistan's entrepreneurial community.
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